SS City Of Winchester WW1 1917 Model 1:1250 COL28

Price: NZ$64.40

Code: BH1149

City Of Winchester WW1 1917 Model 1:1250 COL28

Please note that the accessories shown with the ship described are not included in the cost, they are there to add interest and show some possibilities should you wish to set the ship into a diorama scene yourself or request us to do it for you.

This is a beautifully detailed model made by the highly regarded maker Colonia has been long out of production. SS City Of Winchester of the Ellerman Line was the first British merchant navy vessel sunk in WW1.
Returning from her maiden voyage, the steamer was captured and sunk by the German Navy in August, 1914. The crew of the 6608-ton ship had disembarked but the cargo of tea and antlers was sunk with the vessel.

Model is in good condition, see the images, we have cleaned it as this collection was poorly stored by the previous owner. Approx. 120mm long or 4 3/4”

Should you require it we offer a complete renovation service, we can completely strip these models, restore masts etc and repaint to you specifications. We can also set into a diorama scene using other port accessories we have on offer please contact us if you require this service https://www.boathousecollectables.co.nz/contact/ .

If you choose to buy playworn models from us, we can restore them for you and set them in an attractive display format, whether it may be a bookcase, coffee table or a piece of your choosing. Then you can build and rebuild your personal port display as many times as you would like while keeping your collection safe and on display in your home!.